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This is the time to shoot for the moon: travel further, stay longer, eat more and bring home a lifetime’s worth of romantic memories.
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Why you should go: What better way to beat the summer doldrums than to fall down the glittering rabbit hole of Las Vegas? This is where pool parties happen every day, clubs party all night, restaurants satisfy any craving you have, and there’s a giant zip-lin...

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Turkey has ancient ruins, turquoise waters, and boutique B&Bs and hotels for under £100 a night. Here's a pick of the best places by the Aegean sea
Paradise Garden, Fethiye
Paradise Garden, Fethiye
Located at the meeting point of the Aegean and the Mediterranean, Fethiye is home t...

All-Inclusive Vacations, One Size Does Not Fit All!
Written by Travel12 on Jul-24-08 7:11am
The old adage; “one size fits all” has never applied to traveling. Open up the travel section of the newspaper or plug in your favorite travel website and you are bombar...

Our comprehensive guide matches personal interests with the perfect places
to live at the shore. Discover which of these towns and cities suits you best.
By William G. Scheller
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Stretching from Europe all the way to the Middle East, Turkey is a truly natural and cultural paradise. There are beautiful beaches all over Turkey, see below for the top 10 beach destinations in Turkey.
1. Fethiye
Fethiye is known as the untouched virgin of the lands of lights. Th...

Our pick of hotels for the perfect family holiday in Turkey take in island getaways and the Aegean's hippest resort – with plenty to keep the children happy, from zip-lining to sea-kayaking, and exploring ancient ruins to horse-drawn carriage rides
Aral Tatil Ciftligi - kids can roa...

Linsey McNeill loved the museums and bazaars but it was the beaches of the Princes' Islands that finally won over her kids
A ferry passes Topkapi Palace with the Princes' Islands in the distance. Photograph: Dominic Whiting/Alamy
My seven-year-old son slumped onto the heavily pattern...

British Columbia's rugged beaches offer everything from wild camping to luxury lodges. All these places to stay near Vancouver start at under £100 a night
On the wild side … a beach near Tofino, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Photograph: Alamy
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Few places are as synonymous with the beach as California, but staying on it can be expensive. So here's our pick of 10 affordable and brilliantly located beach pads, from campsites and cabins to budget inns
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages, California. Photograph: Alamy
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From a five-star hostel by Miami beach to a campsite on Florida's white-sand barrier islands, here's our pick of affordable beach accommodation in the Sunshine State
Stay on Florida's best beaches for less with our budget accommodation guide. Photograph: Alamy
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Staying on Antigua, St Barts and the British Virgin Islands is never going to be cheap. But these 10 characterful cottages and guesthouses are relative bargains, from around £100 a night
Galley Bay Cottages in Antigua overlook their namesake beach (pictured) and are a more affordable wa...

We pick Jamaica's best hotels, cottages and guesthouses offering fabulous beach-front locations, a laid-back Jamaican welcome and prices starting at £20 per nightKnow a great Jamaican beach pad we've missed? Tell us about it by adding a comment
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The Rockhouse in Jamaica is 'the frien...

Turkey: top 10 budget beach hotels on the Aegean coast
Turkey has ancient ruins, turquoise waters, and boutique B&Bs and hotels for under £100 a night. Here's a pick of the best places by the Aegean sea
Paradise Garden, Fethiye
Paradise Garden, Fethiye
Located at the meet...

October has a shoulder season feel in the Northern and Southern Hemisphere, which makes this month a favourite of travellers who prefer to have a place all to themselves.
The time is ripe for a road trip through the autumnal splendour of North America's forests, and the heat of summer lingers in pa...

by ADAM MCCULLOCH· Sep 19 2014
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Forget the seaside margaritas and hire yourself a set of wheels to explore this huge, varied but eminently driveable country, and discover some of its best-kept secrets.
1. Copper Canyon
Formed by the confluence of six rivers, Barranc...

Toes in the white sand
Imagine, if you will, spending the weekend someplace so laid back that comfortable shoes are mandated by city ordinance. For real. A place where businesses don't have street addresses and Main Street has more tre...

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A friend of ours Facebooked us the other day with a BT Challenge: "How can I find a round-trip flight from NYC to San Francisco in October for less than $350?"
We turned to seasoned travel expert John DiSca...

Few places are as synonymous with the beach as California, but staying on it can be expensive. So here's our pick of 10 affordable and brilliantly located beach pads, from campsites and cabins to budget inns
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages, California. Photograph: Alamy
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Glaciers in Alaska! The glittering capitals of the Mediterranean! The Caribbean’s most alluring islands! A new generation of mega-ship—and industry-wide price wars—are making these and other dream cruises more affordable than ever before.
By Robert Firpo-Cappiello, Thursday, May 2...

This is the time to shoot for the moon: travel further, stay longer, eat more and bring home a lifetime’s worth of romantic memories.
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Hot air balloons take off in the early morning light over Göreme town in Cappadocia. Image by Christopher Pillitz / The Image Bank / Get...

Planning a vacation in the US next year but aren’t sure where to go? After all, it’s a big place! For the fourth year running, our travel experts have scoured the States to make the decision a bit easier for you.
While Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2014 covers global must-sees, i...

For many families, summer is all about traveling, getting out, and experiencing new places. We love the idea of GoGoing everywhere, and Lonely Planet is sharing some of their favorite kid-friendly destinations in the United States with us!
1. Michigan’s Gold Coast
There are few places in t...

You don’t have to be loaded to enjoy this stylish coast, especially now that the summer crowds have gone. Nicky Swallow selects 10 stops that offer dizzying views, but down-to-earth places to stay and eat
View of the Amalfi coast. Photograph: David Noton/Getty Images
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Head for the Med near the city of Narbonne, says Liz Boulter, and you’ll see why artists are drawn by its fishing villages, lagoons and sandy beaches – and why the French have kept it to themselves
Golden daze … Gruissan has been a popular holiday spot for Narbonne...

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The discovery center was fun (kind of scary too) for the kids, showing real live animals (dead of course), bears, mountain lions, birds...Free entrance! It has also lots of outdoor activities educational and informational portal to the San Be...

Below is an unbiased look at the best places in Mexico to retire – with real pros and cons – to help you make an informed decision as to which best meets your needs, interests and ambitions.
So writes “Johnny Punish” (www.JohnnyPunish.com) in edited excerpts from his article...

By Tara Manley, July 6, 2010
I’m dreaming of a place where I can get fish tacos with homemade corn tortillas and a refreshing margarita on the rocks for lunch, then dine on wood-fired pizza and a yummy glass of locally made red wine in the evening. A place where I can wake...

Baja best places you cannot miss
The following route starting in Ensenada is reccomended to all the people staying with us. Is perfect for low budget travellers and camping in Baja.
1. Ensenada
Enjoy the city, have fun and relax. Begin your day eating some delicious fish tacos at "Fe...

watch out for the holes
by ensman Written May 18, 2014
in some places of the city of Ensenada that are out of the tourist zone , you can find some holes in the road not that big but still watch out. -obviusly like a lot of cities you have to watch not leaving your stuff in the car, and d...

1: Cappadocia
Cappadocia is at the top of our list because it is so unique. An amazing landscape of cave hotels and houses make this area seem like a re-model of the Flintstones cartoons. The region is also wonderfully steeped in history as seen in the underground cities and cave ch...

Mitchell Funk
Why you should go: What better way to beat the summer doldrums than to fall down the glittering rabbit hole of Las Vegas? This is where pool parties happen every day, clubs party all night, restaurants satisfy any craving you have, and there’s a giant zip-lin...

1Paris, Ile-de-France, France
From its picturesque bridges to its outdoor cafes, no other city says romance like Paris. Stroll along the river Seine, picnic amid the flowers of the 61-acre Luxembourg Garden or toast the sunset from atop Montmartre as the City of Light sparkles below. Paris - c'...

With our ever-expanding bucket lists, it's sometimes easy to lose sight of the essentials. Well, we've gone to the community of travelers at minube.net with a simple goal: find the greatest destinations on Earth. From the great ancient capitals to the modern cities of Asia, the Americas, and beyond,...

Peru is legendary among world travelers looking for exciting new experiences. Stunningly endowed in both natural and man-made attractions, the country offers much more than most trips can even hope to take in: charming Andean highland towns with colonial architecture, remote jungle lodges in the Ama...

Less than half of the world's Tibetans reside in the Tibetan Autonomous Region (TAR), established in 1965. Tibetans form the majority in large regions of neighboring Nepal, India, Sikkim, and Bhutan, as well as in the adjacent provinces of Qinghai, Gansu, Sichuan, and Yunnan. Disagreement ...

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There's something about warm weather that makes us want to hop in the car and drive into the sunset (preferably in a red convertible). While temperatures reach new heights inland, 'tis the season to explore...

Discovering Iran: from Caspian Sea to Persian Gulf
The recent diplomatic thaw and growing awareness of its attractions are set to make Iran a must-visit destination. Arron Merat takes a tour from Tehran to the Gulf
Rock formations on the island of Qeshm. Click on the magnifying glass ...

Visit these essential Los Angeles attractions, whether you're a tourist in for the weekend or a native looking to explore
Griffith Park Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
LA covers a staggeringly huge amount of land (and ocean), so it's no surprise that the list of Los Angeles attractions is equa...

We asked our Brazilian readers – and people who know the country well – to tell us about the places the tourists don't get to hear about. You didn't disappoint us – from jungle beaches in Pará to a hole-in-the-wall in São Paulo selling the tastiest pork sandwiches eve...

February 17, 2014By Katherine Michalak
Cabin fever had already driven me to the brink of delirium well before #SnowJam2014 slammed into my southern city, Atlanta. On that fateful night of January 28th, as my bedraggled husband collapsed into bed after opting to trudge a few miles through the snow...

The 17th-century Imam Mosque is one among many architectural wonders in… (Christopher Reynolds /…)
The U.S. and Iran may have miles to go in their negotiations over curtailing Iran’s nuclear ambitions, but the ease in hostility has already produced a bo...

Ancient towns that date back to the Silk Road era, elaborate mosques that beam out the evocative call to prayer and modern cities where fashion-conscious youth rub shoulders with conservative elders – it’s time to demystify the misconceptions about Iran! Exquisite palaces, domed mosques,...

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Imam Square, Isfahan
Isfahan contains some of the world’s most beautiful Islamic monuments. The city’s moment of glory came in the 17th century when the town was made the capital of the Safavid empire by Shah Abbas the Great. At this time some of the most stunning I...

There is a wealth of fascinating territory to explore in this vast region, so rich in ancient history - but where do you start? We asked five experts who live and work here to suggest their perfect itineraries, taking in the blockbuster sites as well as hidden delights. So get out your atlas and s...

Turkey has ancient ruins, turquoise waters, and boutique B&Bs and hotels for under £100 a night. Here's a pick of the best places by the Aegean sea
Paradise Garden, Fethiye
Paradise Garden, Fethiye
Located at the meeting point of the Aegean and the Mediterranean, Fethiye is home t...

Top 10 hotels in Palm Springs, California
For a blast of winter sunshine – not to mention old-school Hollywood glamour and fab modernist architecture – few places beat the desert resort that claims to be America's sunniest city
California dreaming ... the Horizon Hotel,...

San Francisco's bars are made for drinking it all in. Take your pick from a speakeasy within a speakeasy, tiki and cocktail bars, and even family-friendly soda and ice-cream hangouts
San Francisco cocktail bar Rickhouse – home to whiskey and bluegrass. All photographs: Noelle Ch...

Top 10 alternative Los Angeles hotels
As Hollywood's elite check in to Los Angeles' most glamorous hotels for the Oscars this weekend, we pick 10 brilliant places to stay beyond the celebrity haunts, from family-run guesthouses to boutique motels and quirky B&Bs
View from Cadillac Ho...

Holiday hotspots: where to go in 2014
Start planning your 2014 travels with the help of our top 40 destination round-up. Some are hosting major events, others are under-the-radar places only just starting to attract tourists, but all of them are inspiring or exciting right now
Bangla...

How do you normally book your hotel room? Chances are you probably go to an online booking site like Kayak or Expedia and if you’re like most people that’s the only site you visit. You forgo the opportunity to earn loyalty program rewards points (as well as the chances of getting an upgr...

Top 10 restaurants in San Francisco
The San Francisco restaurant scene dishes up cuisine every bit as varied as the city's culture and nightlife, and with fusion-food a favourite it will definitely tickle, and challenge, your tastebuds
Bar Tartine in San Francisco blends tastes and f...

Few places are as synonymous with the beach as California, but staying on it can be expensive. So here's our pick of 10 affordable and brilliantly located beach pads, from campsites and cabins to budget innsre0
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages, California. Photograph: Alamy
Crystal Cove Beach...

The Best Beaches Near San Francisco
By: Kaitlin Roberts
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This story is brought to you by offMetro SF. offMetro SF is an online travel guide to getaways from San Francisco—car optional. When you need a city break, we know how best ...

From the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, from New England to Southern California, America’s beaches stay open long after Labor Day. It’s the same sun and surf—oh, except the crowds are gone and hotel rates have come back down to earth.
Treat yourself to a ...

We know you'd rather not think about the depths of winter when the summer sun is still bright. But booking your dream deep-winter vacation now—whether it's skiing the Rockies, exploring a tropical volcano, or just hanging on a pristine beach—can nail down a price that's within your reach...

10 Best Budget Vacations for Spring
Smart travelers know that there's no time like April and May to visit brag-worthy beaches and celebrated cities—for a fraction of what the crowds will be paying in summer! From the shores of the Atlantic to party towns like Vegas and NOLA, we've got stylish...

Take these four strategies into account as you search for a safari adventure to suit your budget.
(Melissa Scott, Natural Habitat Adventures)
This article was written by Wendy Worrall Redal on behalf of Natural Habitat Adventures.
To watch a herd of impala springing over the savannah with...

Brazil's Sancho Bay named best beach of 2014 by TripAdvisor reviews
By Mary Forgione, Daily Deal and Travel Blogger
March 18, 2014, 7:30 a.m.
If you're looking for dreamy beaches this summer, TripAdvisor travelers suggest Sancho Bay on a remote Brazilian island in the Atlantic Ocean as the ...

Plan a Weekend on the California Coast
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by Emma Fox
Filed Under: Los Angeles, San Diego
'California Sunset'
At 840 miles long, California's coastline offers beach experiences as diverse as its colorful residents. From private coves perfect for sunbathing to...

by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: Italy, Maui
You've spent months planning every detail of your dream wedding. You've stressed over seating charts. Lost sleep over place settings. And now the Big Day has come and gone, the vows have been exchanged, the wedding rings slipped perfectly into place, and...

Once the wedding is over and the last guest has left, most couples look forward to their honeymoon -- five days, a week, maybe more, of unwinding, relaxing and spending quality time together in an exotic spot somewhere around the world. Honeymoons come in all shapes and sizes -- a beach vacation, a ...

by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Myrtle Beach, New Jersey, New York State, North Carolina
Plan your fun beach getaway. Allow us to whisk you away to the inviting waters of the Atlantic Ocean with a few summer travel ideas. From Duck, NC, to Hyannis, MA, we picked some of the best beaches along ...

Whether you’re going doing the shore or riding the waves in Hawaii, the beach is always a popular destination. Take a tour of the top 10 beaches in the US.
Manele Bay, Hawaii
Hulopo'e Beach on the island of Lana'i, long considered one of the world's most perfect stretches of sand, lies at ...

Top 10 Southern California Beaches
Drive down the Southern California coast, and visit the best beaches in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego.
Laguna Beach
Laguna is one of Orange County's most fashionable towns, as well as one of the most culturally ...

If you're headed to Southern California, chances are it's to either San Diego or Los Angeles. Lucky for you, there's plenty of sun and surf in both spots. Here are our picks for the best beaches for . . . A family outing Silver Strand State Beach, San Diego This quiet Coronado beach is ideal for fam...

Taking My Own Advice, I Have Now Substituted an Apartment for a Hotel Room—And Greatly Enjoyed the Experience
1/23/2014, 1:00 AM
Some two years after I first began writing about AirBnB.com--that ultra-successful service for finding short-term apartment renta...

When's the Best Time to Book Airfares? A Major Search Engine Comes Out With Some Very Specific, And Helpful, Advice
2/20/2014, 9:45 AM
It's one of the most asked questions in travel: When should I book my airline ticket? According to the mega-airline search site Kayak there's no one simple answe...

A Primer on Travel Insurance: When You Need It (And When You Don't), Misconceptions About Coverage, and New Trends
If there’s one lesson travelers have learned this winter it’s that even the best-laid plans can go badly wrong. Thanks to a season of unrelenting storms...

Desert oasis
Visit the miniscule oasis village of Garmeh, surrounded by date palms and centred around a small spring. Don’t expect any fancy hotels, but as a chance to experience the profound quiet of the desert, it’s second to none.
Diving
Get up cl...

Things to see and do
Brasília
See Oscar Niemeyer's futuristic vision in the capital Brasília, with his curvaceous buildings dominating its flat horizons. Often overlooked by visitors, the city was designed in the 1950s by the world-renowned architect, who d...

Things to see and do
Ankara
The Turkish capital is overlooked by many visitors but has some excellent museums. The superb Museum of Anatolian Civilisations (www.anadolumedeniyetlerimuzesi.gov.tr) is currently undergoing renovations but some exhibits are still on display. The Eth...

Best Budget Beaches
by K.C. Summers
Filed Under: Budget
Living on a budget, but still craving a beach vacation? Luckily, the 2 are not mutually exclusive -- but you do have to plan wisely. Here’s how to get the most bang for your buck.
Shop discount booking sites such as Liberty Travel, Ap...

by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Key West, Miami
Take advantage of the Sunshine State’s surf, sun and sand at these top 10 beaches in Florida. With remote island getaways, big city beaches and family-friendly shores perfect for shelling and sandcastle-building, Florida promises a beach fo...

Exotic Beaches Along the Eastern Mediterranean
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Greece
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The beaches along the Eastern Mediterranean range from glitzy and glamorous to perfectly secluded hamlets. While this region is popular on cruise itineraries, some of the region's beac...

Enjoy an Italian Seaside Escape
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Venice
'View of Positano from the sea.'
Surrounded by water on all sides, Italy has a unique coastline with nooks and crannies that create quiet swimming coves and picturesque seascapes. Italy participates in the Blue ...

Top Caribbean Beaches for the Intrepid Traveler
by Terry Ward
Filed Under: Caribbean
The more than 7,000 islands, cays and volcano-fringed coves of the Caribbean are sprinkled across the azure seas like so many glittering diamonds. And when it comes to finding an idyllic stretch of sand a...

South of the Border Sun and Sand
by Melanie M. Mize
Filed Under: Cancun, Resorts
For anyone with a dream of sun-drenched fun, Mexico's beaches are no longer just for the well-to-do. Today, resorts on the country's Pacific and Caribbean coasts offer something for every taste, and budget. W...

By Farnoosh Torabi | Yahoo! Finance – Tue, Sep 18, 2012 11:04 AM EDT
It’s sometimes hard to imagine life in retirement, but picture living on Social Security alone. Assume all you earn is $2,500 a month, the maximum check a worker currently receives at full retirement age ...

A fishmonger at the Rialto Market in Venice knew some great out-of-the-way restaurants.
By Patricia Harris and David Lyon Globe correspondents / September 12, 2012
On balance, we’ve had more good meals on the road than bad. Some of them were probably blind luck. Who ...

Top spots at water's edge from San Diego County to Humboldt County.
Sunset at the Manhattan Beach Pier -- early morning or late afternoon, it's a photo op waiting just for you. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)
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The island, just 26 miles across the sea, as the song goes, is an easy-to-reach getaway for lovers of nature and relaxation.
The Inn on Mt. Ada, a B&B, in the foreground, is the former home of William Wrigley Jr. and has a view of Avalon Bay. (Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce...

Tempted by Portland, one of the US's coolest cities? Be sure to visit Oregon's coast too, where the arty vibe has spread to its lovely seaside villages
Portland flocks to hip seaside on the beautiful Oregon coast. Click the magnifying glass icon to see a map of the area. Photograp...

Colombia’s virtually vacant paradise
In Colombia Beaches
30 July 2012 | By Brad Cohen
The miles of palm-fringed sand near Palomino, Colombia, are devoid of development. (Brad Cohen)
The walk from the Colombian town of Palomino to the beach took 15 minute...

In Budget
14 August 2012 | By David Whitley
The facade of the Monte Carlo Casino at night. (Sebastien Nogier/AFP/Getty)
The luxury yachts moored at Monaco’s Port Hercule intimidate as much as they impress -- their polished gleam reflecting the tiny principality...

In Casinos
17 August 2012 | By JoAnna Haugen
The Paris Las Vegas hotel is centrally located on the east side of the Strip. (Neil Emmerson/Getty)
While some people spend their nights in Las Vegas hunting for a black 26, others are happy just to play a few slots before...

Mesmerising views on the drive along the Sonoma-Mendocino coastal route. (Mark Read)
Take a couple of weeks, hit the road and explore the best of America’s west, from nature’s biggest, tallest and most powerful features to beautiful wineries, before finishing by headin...

In California Weekends
Solvang, California. (Hanan Isachar/LPI)
Celebrating its hundredth birthday this year, the town of Solvang is two-and-a-half square miles of Denmark nestled into a high-desert California valley.
Related article: Culver City, ready for its close up
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Early autumn is the perfect time for a short break matching sunshine with cultural and outdoor pursuits
Cultural France
There's a lot going on across France in September for culture vultures who like a little sunshine alongside their art. Perpignan is holding Visa Pour l'Image, an intern...

From deserted white sand lapped by turquoise water to waves crashing against rugged shores, Gavin McOwan tips 10 dream destinations for every beach bum
On location ... Alex Garland's The Beach is set in Thailand but took much of its inspiration from beaches of Palawan in the Philippin...

Pitch a Tent in a National Park
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: California, Maryland, Minnesota, Montana, National Parks, Spring, Utah
Embrace nature, and sleep under the stars in one of the country's great national parks. The parks' 1000s of campsites offer something for everyone. Fa...

Grab the Kids for Off-the-Charts Fun
by Valerie Conners
It used to be difficult to find a vacation destination that would please the entire family. These days, family-friendly resorts provide a multitude of options, so that folks can entertain their tots, relax with their spouses, and enjoy ...

Follow the stars to Hollywood
Want to see the actual spot where Josh Hartnett was caught short? The hair salon that created the "Rachel"? All aboard TMZ's new Hollywood bus tour
Eva Wiseman
The Observer,Saturday 3 September 2011
Joy riding: Eva Wiseman on board...

Small places to stay: worldwide
From luxury yurts in Andalucía to an eco-retreat in The Gambia which will eventually be given to the local village, here are the some of the greenest places to stay around the world
Richard Hammond
Xhosa, so good ... Bulungula ...

Dodge elk in Norway, twist up the Apennine roads in Italy, marvel at fairy-tale castles in Germany. There's really no better way to see Europe than by car – so here are our favourite routes
The Grand Tour: Switzerland, France, Italy
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Art and music events from Rouen to Nice, with charming places to stay
Try your hand at the world petanque championships in Marseille. Photograph: Gerard Julien/AP
Marseille
In recent years, Marseille has ditched its gun-slinging and girlie-bar image in favour of Euro-sophisticatio...

Hold on to that summer feeling - and beat the August heat and crowds - with an autumn break to one of these sunny short-haul destinations
Nicola Iseard
guardian.co.uk,Tuesday 17 August 2010 06.42 EDT
Autumn is a great time to get away for a final blast of sunshi...

The best of France – by our readers
Contributors to Been there have built up a wealth of tips on France. Here are 25 of the best, from the finest hot chocolate and cakes in Paris to a converted hayloft in Provence
Feast for the eyes ... and the food's not bad at Le Nid d'Ai...

Budget bourguignon: cheap eats in France
Dining out in France doesn't have to break the bank. Here's our pick of the best budget eateries
Home comforts … a typical diner in the Auvergne serving a hearty stew. Photographs: John Brunton for the Guardian
Auvergne
The Au...

Summer holidays: 10 of the best trips for solo travellers
Going it alone? Follow our experts' recommendations for single travellers, from vegetarian cooking in Turkey to walking the King's Trail in Sweden
The spectacular setting of Yediburunlar Lighthouse, Turkey.
Cooking in the T...

You may only have eyes for each other, but stupendous views and fantastic food and wine will only make things better. Here are our experts' tips for romantic breaks à deux
Locanda della Quercia Calante, near Orvieto.
Keep it simple, Umbria, Italy
Tuscany and Umbria have a r...

John Brunton reports on a new trend sweeping Paris as bars and cafes transform into impromptu live music venues•
Religious conversion … Le Pompon is set in a former synagogue in Paris. Photograph: John Brunton
While the Parisian clubbing scene is to all intents and purpos...

10 of the best budget hotels in Paris
Paris blogger Heather Stimmler-Hall finds the best budget beds in the French capital•
Stay a while … at the Hôtel du Séjour near the Centre Pompidou, Paris
Hôtel du Séjour
A little style goes a long way in...

Joanna Walsh, aka blogger Badaude, picks the best B&Bs in Paris, from a swish townhouse in Montmartre to a free guesthouse on the Left Bank•
The art of sleep … each room at Paris's Hotel Particulier Montmartre has been decorated by a different artist. Photograph: Alamy
Ho...

Readers' tips: beachfront campsites
Been there readers reveal their favourite places to camp with your feet in the sand
Blue Skye ... Camping on the beach at Glenbrittle, Scotland. Photograph: Alamy
WINNING TIP: Glenbrittle, Isle of Skye
This site is in a stunning setting at the ...

Even if you're not on an A-list budget, you can get a taste of the high life by spending a day chilling out at a swanky beach club
Puro Beach club, Palma, Mallorca. Photograph: www.tomsolo.com
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Purobeach, Mallorca
Sticking out into the sea on its own little peninsula on the ...

Alastair Sawday, founder of Sawday's guides picks 15 French hotels, B&Bs and gîtes that are stylish, chic – and great value
I began my French holidays en famille – and thus began my love affair with the country. So I have always thought of France as made for family holid...

Seaside chic doesn't have to break the budget. Here are 10 affordable places to stay in France, from a posh campsite in Gascony to a pretty villa near CannesKnow any stylish but affordable places to stay on the French coast? Please click on the comments button
Hôtel la Réserv...

Paris – the real Marais
Author John Baxter had always dismissed the historic Paris district as a tourist haunt. But then his daughter introduced him to a world of vintage stores, vibrant cafés and gay bakeries
The author's daughter Louise tries on a new beret in one of the ...

Paris's best antiques and street markets
Paris is a great place for flea markets and brocantes – places to find vintage goods and antiques around the city. Here's a list of trinket and furniture shops, and neighbourhood markets
Bric-a-brac chic … a classic Paris flea market....

Readers' travel tips: the best of coastal France
Secluded spots on the Mediterranean coast and car-free islands in Brittany – Been there readers have some top tips on the best places to stay on the coast in France
Bouzigues, Languedoc-Roussillon. Photograph: Alamy
WINNING TIP:...

The Côte d'Azur's top 10 beach hotels and B&Bs on a budget
We continue our series on fabulous beach stays around the world with 10 places to enjoy the stunning, but famously pricey French Riviera on a tighter budget
Hôtel Lido Beach on the French Riviera. Photographs:...

Readers' travel tips: Paris outdoors
We all love Paris in the spring – or summer – time. Here readers name their favourite things to do en plein air in the city of love
Open-air cinema at Paris's Parc de la Villette
WINNING TIP: Open-air cinema, Parc de la Villette
In t...

Brittany's top 10 beach hotels and places to stay on a budget
Brittany boasts the longest coastline of any region in France, but staying on the beach can be expensive, especially in the peak summer months. Here's our pick of 10 affordable places to stay, from yurts on the Emerald Coast to a manor...

Few places are as synonymous with the beach as California, but staying on it can be expensive. So here's our pick of 10 affordable and brilliantly located beach pads, from campsites and cabins to budget inns
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages, California. Photograph: Alamy
Crystal Cove Be...

Scenic Road Trips
by John Briley
Filed Under: California, Hawaii, Virginia, Wisconsin
What stirs in your soul when you see natural beauty on a road trip? Does standing on a ridge-top vista over the sea mellow your mood? How about the refraction of sunlight through a forest? Or morning mist on a...

America's Most Popular Road Trip For a Reason
by Terry Ward
Filed Under: California
California's coastal route along the pounding Pacific is perhaps America's best-loved driving destination.
Many a honeymoon has been spent, a book born and a virgin road trip consummated along the Pacific...

Mountains, Snow and Lots of Sunshine A Year-Round Alpine Playground by Betsy Malloy
A snowboarder's heaven
Big Bear is a great vacation spot in any season, but unless you live in Southern California, chances are you’ve never heard of this alpine playgr...

In some corners of the world, one wrong sip can put a serious cramp in your travel plans. Try these common-sense steps to prevent—and bounce back from—the ultimate vacation bummer.
I'm planning a trip to Peru. Is it inevitable that I'll get diarrhea?
What's that I hear? A collective ...

Day 1
Arrival and Huntington Beach
Arrival:
So, you’ve just arrived in sunny Southern California , now what? Most of you will have landed in Los Angeles (although Orange County is most easily accessible by the John Wayne Airport) which is just 40 miles north of Orange Cou...

Whether you live there or are simply planning to visit , Dubai is a city with so much to offer the international jetsetter looking for a taste of luxury. This 'jewel of the desert' is not referred to as an 'adults playground' for nothing. So let's have a look at some of the best things to do in Duba...

Nightlife in Dubai is a brilliant experience. You get to choose from a variety of places and themes. Music ranges from Techno to Trance to House to Hip Hop. People come from different nationalities and backgrounds, and in most cases it's hassle free and your more likely to see a girl in scarf insi...

Where to go and what to do during you shortbreak in Dubai
If you are visiting Dubai for a weekend or during a transit on a long trip, it is important to get the maximum of your Dubai short break. Luckily, Dubai has plenty of options to choose from. Also please visit Dubai Tours page for more detail...

Dubai Gold Souk
Dubai has been long known as the ‘city of gold’, despite the fact that majority of its gold is imported from Asia and neighbouring countries. Dubai is a tax free shopping haven for gold lovers and is the Middle East’s center of jewelry market. Moreo...

Dubai Gold Souk
Dubai has been long known as the ‘city of gold’, despite the fact that majority of its gold is imported from Asia and neighbouring countries. Dubai is a tax free shopping haven for gold lovers and is the Middle East’s center of jewelry market. Moreo...

Abdul Basit / 7 June 2011DUBAI — Dubai ranks among top ten tourists destinations worldwide and the emirate is expected to attract about eight million international tourists in 2011 and their spending is estimated to be around $7.8 billion, according to a new research released by MasterCard.
D...

About Dubai
Sunshine, shopping, seaside, sports and safety - five of the key ingredients that have earned Dubai a growing reputation as one of the world's most attractive and rapidly developing leisure destinations.
Long established as the trading and commercial hub of the Middle East, the emira...

Holidaymakers should book a trip to Jamaica, Egypt or Dubai to take advantage of changing exchange rates over the last year, according to new figures.
By Harry Wallop, Consumer Affairs Editor
7:00AM GMT 20 Jan 2010
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Dubai 'best living destination' in MidEast
“Gulf cities still lead the first ranks in the most of the indicators addressed in the study."
Dubai has been ranked the most popular living destination in the Middle East and North Africa for the third time, according to an annu...

Destination Mini Guide: Dubai By Nadia Ali Why go?
Dubai is unlike any middle-eastern holiday you will ever take. It is not somewhere you have to worry about visiting due to political unrest or crime situation. In fact, Dubai is a luxurious city destination offering a contrast of...

Top 10 Things To Do In Dubai
In the desert of the United Arab Emirates lies one of the most opulent tourist destinations on the planet - the city of Dubai. This oasis in a vast desert landscape is perfectly situated on the Persian Gulf, where light breezes flow inland to help cut through the heat o...

Dubai among top 10 tourist destinations
About 8m inbound tourists will spend $7.8b in the emirate in 2011, predicts a MasterCard study
By
Vicky Kapur
Published Thursday, June 02, 2011
About 8 million international tourists will visit Dubai in 2011, ranking the emirate at No. 9 in ...

The Gulf club
This small emirate is one of the fastest-growing holiday destinations around, largely because it's an Aladdin's cave full of the latest luxury goods and has possibly the most ostentatious hotel in the world. David Hopps wallows in a commercial wonderland
There it was. A...

Surf, swim, bike or hike your way across some of Europe's finest coast and countryside with our pick of activity breaks
Yoga at Surf Algarve, Portugal
Surf and yoga in Portugal
Head completely off grid and retreat to a world of simple living and rolling waves. Surf Algarve sits in...

The guesthouse in Olympos, Turkey, that's fit for the gods – at a bargain price
With a bed for a night costing as little as £9, the Saban guesthouse on Turkey's Lycian coast is a real steal. Add in great food, stunning scenery and fascinating historical sights, and it's impossible t...

Bask in Santorini's Island Beauty
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Greece, Weekend
You could spend months island-hopping around Greece, exploring the ancient villages and relaxing on the tranquil beaches staring out at the crystal blue Aegean Sea. But if you only have a weekend for an ...

Take a Driving Tour of Turkey from Istanbul
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
iStockphoto
Set aside 2 weeks for a Turkey road trip adventure, looping around the country's western side from Istanbul down the coast. Along the way, you'll experience the country's archaeological treasures, hand-crafted ...

Where to Start Your Happily Ever After
by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: Aruba, Canada, Europe, Hawaii, Indonesia, Italy, Las Vegas, Mexico, Orlando
Once the wedding is over and the last guest has left, most couples look forward to their honeymoon -- five days, a week, maybe more, of unwind...

Mingle With the Rich and Famous
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Europe, France
iStockphoto
Nestled along the French Riveria and a short drive from Nice or Cannes, St. Tropez is one of the liveliest towns along the coast during the summer. Vacationers delight in the sandy beaches, c...

All Roads Lead to the Maghreb
by Mei-Ling McNamara
Filed Under: Africa, Morocco
iStockphoto
With its rich musical and artistic legacy, breathtaking scenery and maze-like markets, shifting sands and crumbling casbahs, it is no wonder that the country of Morocco is one of the most sought...

The World's Most Famous Beach
by Sandy Boynton
Filed Under: Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana, often referred to as the world's most famous beach, runs for 3 miles in front the densely populated residential area of Rio de Janeiro. From the beach, you can view the granite slabs that surround the e...

Thai Beaches, Far From the Crowds
by Terry Ward
Filed Under: Asia, Thailand
Thailand has long been one of the most exotic vacation destinations for Westerners. From true-if-cliche images of smiling people and sublime palm-fringed beaches, to the sophisticated lure of Bangkok and the count...

The Place to Sun and Be Seen
by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: Cape Town, South Africa
iStockphoto
At the northwest tip of South Africa's Cape Peninsula lies the swanky coastal gem Clifton Beach, a haven for international hipsters and jet-setters. Clifton is actually a series of four bea...

Meet Your Greek God or Goddess
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Europe, Greece
Overview In a small series of islands in the Aegean Sea lies the tiny gem of Mykonos Island -- a dreamy destination for aspiring Greek gods and goddesses. Mykonos is a wonderful kaleidoscope of cosmopolitan...

Your Guide to New York City's Nightlfe
by Laurie Bain Wilson
Lots of things crawl during the night in New York City, including club crawlers who slink past velvet ropes to dance to hip-hop and sip pricey cocktails. Rooftop clubs and lounges are the new black, where you’ll spill big b...

Mexico's Most Exclusive Beach
by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: Mexico, North America, Resorts
'terrace sun deck of a cabana'
Quite possibly the most exquisite secret in Mexico, Maroma Beach is a resort hideaway intent on preserving the ecology of its 500-plus acres of beach and rain fores...

A Picture-Perfect Beach
by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: California
iStockphoto
Overview Far from the wheeling and dealing of the Hollywood hills and the hustle and bustle of its boulevards, beachgoers in the know seek solidarity by heading up the winding Pacific Coast Highway to the m...

Spend the Weekend in Cosmopolitan London
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: London, Weekend
iStockphoto
London is a cosmopolitan city with a unique blend of historic traditions and a hip and modern culture. You can enjoy tea and crumpets and celebrate the city's royal roots before hea...

A Weekend in Paradise
by Erica Walsh
Filed Under: Key West
Paradise is located just off the coast of mainland Florida -- and it's called Key West. As Jimmy Buffet crooned, Key West is the original changer of latitudes and attitudes, and one weekend here proves he knew exactly what he was ...

Sip and Swirl Your Way Through Wine Country
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: California, Napa Valley, Weekend, Wine
iStockphoto
Napa Valley is the ultimate weekend destination for wining, dining and relaxing in California's best vineyards and restaurants. Sample the wine, and enjo...

Learn the Ins and Outs of Spain's Iconic Food
by Emma Fox
iStockphoto
When it comes to food, wine and conviviality, the Spanish seem to have it all figured out. Increased attention to Spanish grape varietals such as Albariño, Garanacha and Tempranillo have put more and more Spanish...

Plan the Perfect Weekend in the City of Lights
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Paris, Restaurants, Weekend
Like all great cities, you can spend months in Paris and barely scratch the surface of the city's cultural treasures. It has museums galore, stellar shopping and busy café...

5 London Clubs Worth Jumping the Queues
by Antonia Windsor
Filed Under: London
London loves to dance. Every night of the week, all over town, you’ll find clubs pumping out all kinds of music: house, R&B, techno, swing, salsa, ’80s pop, you name it. There are underground clu...

48 Hours in an Urban Outdoor Adventureland
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Sightseeing, Vancouver
iStockphoto
Vancouver is a rare gem of a city with a sophisticated urban center, sprawling urban parks and stunning mountains. A weekend of fun can easily include ziplines, sailing or ...

Natural Beauty and Undeveloped Coastline Abound
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Caribbean, Puerto Rico
iStockphoto
For more than 60 years, the U.S. Navy owned three-quarters of this island. After years of civilian protests, the Navy moved out in 2003 opening up that land to the islan...

Basque in the Sun
by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: Europe, France
iStockphoto
After gaining popularity as the seaside resort town favored by French royalty, the village of Biarritz grew increasingly cosmopolitan, attracting international jet setters and gaining a reputation as "the quee...

Sun and Sand in the City
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Barcelona
iStockphoto
When travelers think of hitting Europe's beaches, images of quiet coastal towns and revered beach resorts normally come to mind. Wouldn't it be great to have the beach option coupled with the culture and...

Playground of the Rich and Famous
by Christina Breda Antoniades
Filed Under: Europe
Perhaps the single most decadently glamorous beach in the world is Monte Carlo's Larvotto Beach, where women may go without their bikini tops, but wouldn't dare to be seen without their jewels. In fact, La...

The Beach That's Prettiest in Pink
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Bahamas, Caribbean, Resorts
When many people think of the Bahamas, the first thing that comes to mind is the stretch of fancy resorts and casinos that line the beaches of Nassau, Paradise Island and Cable Beach. Many o...

The Home of World-Famous Bikinis
by Christina Breda Antoniades
Filed Under: Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, South America
Trendsetting Ipanema, the place made famous by the '60s song to bear its name, has a long tradition of dictating beach chic to the rest of the world. The beach was, after all,...

48 Hours in an Iconic American City
by Erica Walsh
Filed Under: Boston, Weekend
This bustling New England city is a center for American history, higher education, sports and culture. Bostonians are known for their enthusiasm, pride and humor -- making a weekend in Beantown ample time to f...

We've Searched the Globe to Bring You the Best
by Terry Ward
Filed Under: Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Oceania, South America, Vietnam
'View from Indian head with wave breaking in pristine aqua coloured bay. Fraser Island. iStockphoto. 5866394'
The world is full of hidden beaches, but...

Visit Majestic Matira Point
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Oceania
Bora Bora is one of the magical islands that make up French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Just 18 miles long, this lush little slipper of land lies in a protected lagoon edged by fine white sandy shores -- the best lo...

Snorkel in the Cerulean Sea
by Sandy Boynton
Filed Under: Oceania
iStockphoto
Natadola Beach, located on Fiji's main island of Viti Levu, is the most beautiful white-sand beach in Fiji. Natadola's lush beauty and variety of recreational activities, from snorkeling to horseback riding, ...

Where Relaxing and Partying Seamlessly Meet
by Linda Armstrong
Filed Under: Cancun, Spring Break
iStockphoto
Miles of beaches, endless luxury accommodations and a nonstop party atmosphere have transformed this once sleepy village on the Yucatan coast into one of Mexico's most popular t...

The Good Life for Less
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Jamaica, South Africa
iStockphoto
Savvy travelers will find that the good life doesn't need to cost a pretty penny with these luxurious steals. Whether you travel on the off-season or plan a trip with friends to save some money...

Filed Under: Budget, San Francisco, top hotels
Dream of seeing the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and other famous sights in San Francisco but have a tight budget? Not to fear, Travel Channel and Oyster.com have you covered. Check out our top picks for the best value hotels in San Fran...

Serving Up Fun, Family-Style
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Arizona, Colorado, Dominican Republic, Family, Florida, Kauai, San Diego, Spring Break, Wisconsin
School's out for the week, and spring break is a great time for family-bonding. Whether you're looking for a blast of sunlight...

Washington, DC's Best Value Hotels
Filed Under: Budget, top hotels
Everyone knows Washington, DC has a plethora of free museums, monuments and attractions - from the National Zoo to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. Although Travel Channel and Oyster.com can't help you find a free hotel in t...

Best Value Costa Rica Hotels
Filed Under: Budget, Costa Rica, top hotels
Costa Rica is known for its lush rainforests, friendly locals and top-notch resorts, but did you know it is also a cost-effective vacation spot? Travel Channel and Oyster.com have scoured the Pacific and Caribbean beache...

by John Briley
Filed Under: United States
RVs keep getting snazzier -- automatic leveling, patio attachments, ever more enveloping home entertainment systems. The bells, whistles and kazoos on modern RVs can make the open road a lot more comfortable, but when it comes time to park and unwind you w...

Couchsurfing
Crash for Free in Cities Across The Globe
by Kristin Luna
Filed Under: Backpacking
iStockphoto
When Swedes Robert Zettinger and Anton Appleberg arrived in the United States for a four-month-long road trip that spanned 25 states, they had their backpacks and a return fligh...

Filed Under: Budget, Chicago, top hotels
Saving up for a weekend of jazz clubs, sports games and haute cuisine of the Midwest's friendliest metropolis, Chicago? These 6 no- or low-frills hotels will offset your extravagant Chi-town budget, leaving plenty of room for that extra slice of deep-di...

Weather Trends: Best Beaches for Memorial Day 2012
by Allee Sangiolo
Filed Under: Weather
The official start to summer is just around the corner -- and a 3-day weekend is calling your name. But before you pack the car full of beach towels, sunblock, boogie boards and plastic sandcastle sets, chec...

South of the Border Sun and Sand
by Melanie M. Mize
Filed Under: Cancun, Resorts
For anyone with a dream of sun-drenched fun, Mexico's beaches are no longer just for the well-to-do. Today, resorts on the country's Pacific and Caribbean coasts offer something for every taste, and budget. W...

Find the Wildest Places to Ring in the New Year
by Kristin Luna
Filed Under: London, Orlando, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Sydney
iStockphoto
The first of January is a time to start over, to forget the old and relish the new, an opportunity to resolve to change (even if you never quite get t...

by Jimmy Im
Filed Under: Budget, Caribbean, United States, Vietnam
Summer travel can be easy on your wallet, thanks to off-season destinations that continue to lure visitors with great hotels, attractions and -- best of all -- savings. Low-season prices in some top countries around the world prove...

by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: Chicago, Food and Drink, Los Angeles, Restaurants, San Francisco
Travelers with big appetites but small budgets need not despair. You can hit up some of America's delicious eateries without breaking the bank -- heck, without even spending $10! From NYC to Los Ange...

Get Business Class Comfort Without the Cost
by Gretchen Kelly
Filed Under: Airports, Business
iStockphoto
The "business class" experience varies widely from airline to airline. On smaller carriers, business class may mean little more than two additional inches of leg room and a m...

Tips for Enjoying Your Cruise
by Kathy McCabe
Filed Under: Cruises
iStockphoto
Everyone is selling cruises these days and that includes Wal-Mart and your local wholesale warehouse, such as Costco. It pays to comparison shop. Start by doing a few searches on various cruise web sites. Co...

FAQs to Ensure a Successful Trip
by Lisa Singh
Filed Under: Cuba
Getty Images
For a place so close to the United States, Cuba is steeped in mystery. Located just 90 miles south of Florida, Cuba has been barred to most US travelers for 5 decades. But with the Obama Administration’s ...

How to Find Voluntourism Opportunities
by Gretchen Kelly
Filed Under: Budget
We all know that with a little finesse, a business trip can include a bit of pleasure on the side and have a tax benefit, to boot. But are any other "vacations" good for taxation as well as relaxation?&nbsp...

by Terry Ward
Filed Under: Budget, Florida
Florida’s theme parks, world-class hotels and boundless outdoor excursions can have you shelling out a pretty penny for a good time. But plenty of free activities still await -- and we’re not just talking about the endless miles of beautiful b...

The Dollar Still Holds Power at These Hot Spots
by Terry Ward
Filed Under: Budget, Buenos Aires, Cape Town
iStockphoto
It's no secret that Europe is getting seriously overpriced for those of us traveling on the struggling US dollar. Heck, even the Swiss franc is nearly 1-to-1 with the ...

by Jimmy Im
Filed Under: Budget
Looking for low airfare without having to scour the web? In recent years, discount travel sites have spread like wildfire, offering travelers the best deals and rewards not only on airfare, hotels and apartment rentals, but also travel packages loaded with add-ons...

Penny Wise but Not Pound Foolish
by Gretchen Kelly
Filed Under: Budget, London, United Kingdom
Stonehenge, UK
When planning a trip to the United Kingdom, few things are more daunting than the prospect of the shrinking dollar to the seemingly almighty British pound sterling. But fear no...

Where to Travel and Save Money in the Caribbean
by Trish Creekmore
Filed Under: Budget, Caribbean
It is possible to experience the crystal blue waters and powdery sand of a Caribbean island on a budget with a few tips and tricks. Generally, you’ll find remote islands with nice, re...

Nine Tips For Visiting National Parks on a Budget
by Matt Villano
Filed Under: Budget, National Parks
Zion National Park
In the olden days, visiting National Parks was a traveler's right, which means the pastime was free. Nowadays, after realizing that someone has to foot the bill for ...

Organize the Trip. Have More Fun. Capture It All.
by Jenna Schnuer
Filed Under: Business
iStockphoto
Turn your phone into the equivalent of an electronic Swiss Army knife with 10 of our favorite road-tested travel apps. All you have to do is download them and go.
TripIt Free. TripIt P...

Tips from Travel Channel Expert Lori Rothschild
Filed Under: Budget
iStockphoto
Travelers hear about it and see it every day: gas prices are up, the dollar is weak and travel is getting more expensive by the minute. As the cost of jet fuel rises and air carriers charge extra for everythin...

Eat Well for Less in the Big Apple
by Laurie Bain Wilson
Yes, it's easy to find a cheap meal in New York -- if you don't mind a soggy knish. Seriously, you can savor an upscale meal in this pricey town for less than you'd think; sometimes it just depends on the time of day or even the time...

Unwind on the Beach Without Spending a Lot
by LoAnn Halden
Filed Under: Budget, Miami
Beach at Ft. Lauderdale
Just because Fort Lauderdale is rapidly bulldozing its old-school Spring Break motels for high-rises like the St. Regis and W, and Miami Beach doesn't mean a South Florida beac...

Explore Paris Without Breaking the Bank
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Budget, Paris, Restaurants
The Eiffel Tower, Paris
There's no need to spend a fortune to enjoy the City of Light. Here are our suggestions for ways to save some euros while exploring the best of Paris with budget h...

Tips on Getting the Best Airfares and Deals
by Terry Ward
Filed Under: Airports, Budget
iStockphoto
Long gone are the days when air travel was an event to look forward to -- a romantic affair that warranted dressing up in one's finest attire and perhaps even photographing the occasion ...

by K.C. Summers
Filed Under: Budget
Living on a budget, but still craving a beach vacation? Luckily, the 2 are not mutually exclusive -- but you do have to plan wisely. Here’s how to get the most bang for your buck.
Shop discount booking sites such as Liberty Travel, Apple Vacations, Cheapc...

Filed Under: Caribbean, United States, top hotels
Wondering where to go for the best pool? What about the best luau? Or the best cocktail? Not to worry, Oyster.com and Travel Channel have narrowed down the top 10 best hotels for your summer getaway.
Delano Hotel, Miami
Best Pool
The huge...

Filed Under: California, Los Angeles, top hotels
While LA can't provide the idyllic beach getaway you'll find in Hawaii or Jamaica, visitors can find plenty of sand and surf in the area. Plus, there is a colorful promenade in Venice, beautiful cliffs in Santa Barbara and a carnival-like pier in San...

Filed Under: Costa Rica, top hotels
Travel Channel and Oyster.com know what luxury travelers look for in hotels. So if you're planning a posh getaway to the lush jungles and picture-perfect beaches of Costa Rica and need a place to start, you've come to the right place. Take a look at our expert to...

Filed Under: San Francisco, top hotels
A girls' weekend in San Francisco can take many shapes, from cycling across the Golden Gate Bridge to shopping near Union Square. No matter Travel Channel and Oyster.com have the hotel for you. Check out our top hotels in San Francisco for weekend trips with...

Filed Under: Hawaii, top hotels
Not ready for the snow and freezing weather just yet? Give yourself an early gift and enjoy your last moments of sweet, pre-holiday freedom in Hawaii. Or better yet, surprise someone this holiday season with a Hawaiian getaway at one of the top hotels on Oahu, Maui o...

Taj Hotels and Resorts
Filed Under: Africa
If you want the ultimate vacation experience, don't settle for just a hotel, get a vacation villa. Whether it's Kenya, the Maldives, or Jordan, it'll be a home away from home that you'll never want to leave. Discover the 6 villa resorts featured ...

Filed Under: Greece, Italy
A Mediterranean coast seaside vacation can be the trip of a lifetime. World’s Hottest Hotels takes you to the best seaside getaways: a Greek coastal villa in Santorini, an Italian Riviera resort in Portofino and a cliffside island hideaway on the Isle of Capr...

Filed Under: Los Angeles, top hotels
Heading for SoCal for a romantic weekend with your honey? We have just the hotels for you, offering jacuzzis, his and hers spa treatments, and much more. Check out Travel Channel and Oyster.com's top picks for romantic hotels in Los Angeles.
Hotel C...

by Valerie Conners
Filed Under: California
Trendsetters, jetsetters, and beach lovers in the know have been taking advantage of Newport Beach's Southern California coastal charms - both vintage and nouveau riche - for decades. There's the ritzy harbor most folks will only dream of parking a yacht ...

It's Wacky, Weird and Wonderful
by David Neiman
Filed Under: California
iStockphoto
Overview
Let's begin by making one thing perfectly clear. No beach in the world is like Venice Beach. Sure, other beaches have sand, surf and sunshine. But they do not have a 3-ring urban street circus, ...

by K.C. Summers
Filed Under: Budget
Living on a budget, but still craving a beach vacation? Luckily, the 2 are not mutually exclusive -- but you do have to plan wisely. Here’s how to get the most bang for your buck.
Shop discount booking sites such as Liberty Travel, Apple Vacations, Cheapc...

Top 10 Southern California Beaches
by Jennifer Plum Auvil
Filed Under: Los Angeles, San Diego
Drive down the Southern California coast, and visit the best beaches in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego.
Laguna Beach
Laguna is one of Orange County's most fashionable towns, as well as on...

Whether you’re an experienced traveler or this is your first big trip, you want your honeymoon to be perfect. And while we can’t do anything about the weather, the view from your balcony, or your knack for getting food poisoning wherever you go, we canhelp you find great deals on honeymo...

Let’s say you’re the kind of person who doesn’t like to run with the crowd. You’re the sort of traveler who prefers to hit any place others might call “out of the way” instead of destinations listed as “popular.” But despite your contrarian ways, your ...

It’s all well and good to have someone suggest you take a trip to a previously-unknown-to-you destination for your summer break, because even if such a trip would cost less there’s a certain contingent that just has their heart set on a specific spot for their summer vacation. For those ...

Feeling your way around different online airfare searchers is a great way to get started on finding the best deal for your trip. However, as you’ve probably learned before, the airline and travel industries are nothing if not quirky. So as you try to put together your trip and find the best de...

Posted by Doug Stallings on June 30, 2011 at 4:57:32 PM EDTPosted in Trip Ideas Tagged: Cuba
By Doug Stallings Fodor's Editor
For the first time since 2004, when the George W. Bush administration cancelled so-called "people-to-people" licenses for companies offering cultural travel to Cuba, Am...

TVs at top blast, extra-strong killer cigars, harassing hookers, officials from hell, siege-mentality communism - but The Observer's John Duncan loved every minute of his year in Cuba. Here is an extract from his new book
My voice wobbled and my hands shook as I faced my boss, Alan Ru...

The Leap Local website puts travellers in touch with independent guides around the world. Here are the winning guides, drivers, porters and homestays from its annual competitionDo you know a local guide who made your holiday memorable? Add a comment and tell
Alexey Drozdov from Kyrgyzsta...

Posted by: Sean O'Neill, Monday, Dec 13, 2010, 3:46 PM
(Courtesy moriza/Flickr)
We hear a lot about companies trying to help you get vacation tips from friends. But a few companies are going a step further. They're trying to help you travel with acquaintances and like-minded strangers. H...

A Caribbean 'Jewel' in Central America
Lebawit Lily Girma
Tucked in a corner beside its larger, tourist-magnet neighbors Mexico and Guatemala, yet facing the Caribbean Sea, Belize has managed to remain off the radar of even the most seasoned of travelers.Except for divers and fishermen, of course ...

Hong Kong local: Natalie Robinson
Follow Natalie's tips hereHello, I’m Natalie and I’m a Hong Kong expat.If you’d told me that I’d be writing that sentence this time four years ago, I’d have looked at you as though you were certifiably insane. Four years ago, I&rsq...

How to do the Med like a local
Nobody knows the Mediterranean better than the locals. Annabelle Thorpe finds out where they go for their summer holidays, what they eat and where they stay. And you can bet there won't be an England football shirt or fried breakfast in sight
French choic...

We scoured the globe to find 10 islands that belong on your must list. Each of these places offers something that you can’t find anywhere else, from the largest man-made archipelago to hot springs so therapeutic they’ve been popular since Roman times.
By Gary McKechnie, Wednesday, Feb 2...

Plus: What happens when it disappears and what you can do to ensure your belongings don’t end up on the auction block in the "land of lost luggage" (yes, there is such a place).
By Keith Mulvihill, Wednesday, Jul 27, 2011, 4:00 PM | Subscribe to the magazine
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Many websites make lofty promises, but few deliver. From booking a flight to outlining an itinerary to tracking frequent-flier miles, we scoured the Internet for 10 essential websites for today's traveler.
By Sean O'Neill, Thursday, Sep 1, 2011, 12:00 PM | Subscribe to the mag...

Posted by: Danielle Contray, Thursday, Aug 9, 2012, 11:29 PM
Flights into Newark were least likely to be on time (Courtesy sergejf/Flickr)
To the surprise of no one who lives in the tri-state area, Newark Liberty International Airport had the worst on–time percentage of 29 top airp...

Can five adults and four kids survive a Mexican Riviera cruise without getting on each other's nerves? Whether you're traveling by land or by sea, use these tips to plan a successful group trip.
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Our readers seem to be big fans of hip hideaway specialist i-escape, voted Best Online Booking Service in our Travel Awards 2011. Here, the website's associate editor picks 20 of her favourite boutique family hotels
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Lonely Planet's Tony Wheeler explains why he's not about to stop travelling despite all the warnings
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There are loads of great new holiday ideas in Turkey this year, from walking trails in Cappadocia to boutique hotels and a toddler-friendly seaside break
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Hong Kong isn't all banks and skyscrapers. There are plenty of great beaches to swim, sunbathe, surf and windsurf on, says Vaudine England – and don't be put off by the shark nets
Cheung Sha beach, Lantau Island ... the longest stretches of sand in Hong Kong. Photograph: Alamy
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Every destination has its best time of year. So, to help you plan your trip, Lonely Planet's Tom Hall has put together a calendar of countries best seen in 2012
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January: Georgia
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A hotel with stunning gardens in the medieval town of Taroudant in southern Morocco is a riad in the true sense of the word
Dar al Hossoun in Taroudant, with the High Atlas mountains in the background. Click on the magnifying glass to see more of the garden
Let's get one thin...

Grand canyons, ancient castles and wild-camping in the desert. Explorer Kari Herbert enjoys a thrilling taste of Arabia on a new grand tour of Oman's beautiful landscapes
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Spend some Arabian days and nights exploring the culture and coastal beauty of the Gulf
Go dolphin-watching on Oman's remote Musandam peninsula
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With its long, elegant corniche bristling with futuristic skyscrapers, Doha – the capital of Qatar – has enjoy...

If you haven't booked your summer holiday yet, we've checked out what is still available with tour operators. Plus: flight tips, and unusual ideas for budget breaks
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If you're looking for a romantic destination for Valentine's Day – or at any other time of year – Been there readers have top tips, from a slow train through Spain to French Polynesia
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It may have come fourth in a new poll. But if you're looking for miles of deserted golden sand, there are much better options
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Istanbul is a brilliant city to party and listen to live music, and to tuck into huge traditional Turkish breakfasts the morning after. Here's our guide to both
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In the south-west of Turkey, away from the crowds, the Bodrum peninsula offers lush wooded hills and crystal seas – and a clutch of chic new hotels
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Move over Ibiza: new clubbing hot spots
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From glamming it up on the Amalfi coast to climbing high into the Romanian mountains, Been there readers recommend their favourite European road trips
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Rome rustles up old gems in beautiful piazzas as well as new slants on cucina Roma. Italian food specialist Diane Seed selects her favourites
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A little-visited island off Sardinia, the highlights of western Crete, the hidden villages of the Algarve … Been there readers share their secrets spots to catch autumn sun in the Mediterranean
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For a new angle on Italy, ditch the car and try sailing off the Amalfi coast, riding a Vespa through Tuscany, cycling round Venice or kayaking around Sardinia
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Experience all the sights of Florence, Siena and the Chianti wine trail without breaking the bank
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Readers' travel tips: Sardinia
The Italian island of Sardinia boasts beautiful beaches and coves, but the mountainous interior, with its isolated towns and villages, is just as fascinating. Been there readers select their best-loved spots
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Posted by Kathleen Squires on August 16, 2012 at 11:50:58 AM EDTPosted in Restaurants Tagged: Chicago, Restaurants, Food
By Kathleen Squires Fodor's Contributor
A storm of new openings has blown into the Windy City within the last year, and ever-trendy website Thrillist introduced us to si...

Save big with timing and flexibility. An affordable one-week cruise in May can cost you hundreds of dollars less per person than the same ship and itinerary in travel-heavy June. Fares are seasonal, with the lowest from about the second week of September until the week before Thanksgiving and the hi...

Top Things to See
• Discover Istanbul’s Old City which was the capital of the Christian Byzantines and then the Islamic Ottoman empire. Highlights include the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, Aya Sofya Museum and the city’s Archaeological Museum.
• Explore the northern subu...

La Jolla (pronounced La Hoya) means "the jewel" in Spanish and appropriately describes this small, affluent village and its beaches. Some of the area's most beautiful coastline can be found here, as well as an elegant upscale atmosphere.
Conveniently located between North County and the Mission a...

Beach fun
A pail and shovel will keep your kids entertained for hours at the beach—Coronado Beach is especially family-friendly. Be liberal with the sunscreen, even if it's cloudy, and prepare for a car full of sand, a small trade-off for their satisfied smiles.
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Just because San Diego has tourist attractions at every turn doesn't mean you shouldn't stray from the beaten path and pretend you're a local for a day.
A pared-down pace
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Balboa Park
Oasis is hardly hyperbole when it comes to describing this 1,200-acre cultural heart of San Diego. Take a peaceful stroll or plan a full day of perusing Balboa Park's many museums, theater spaces, gardens, trails, and playing fields. And don't forget the park's famous San Dieg...

Posted by Fodor's Editors on April 13, 2009 at 9:13:31 AM EDTPosted in Trip Ideas Tagged: California, Los Angeles, San Diego
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You're in L.A., so heading to the coast is a must. Before you pack your picnic, do some planning and pick a beach that suits your needs.
The Pacific can be cold, but swimming is not the only attraction along the coast. Santa Monica Pier is nostalgic fun, complete with old-school amusement-park ri...

"The Happiest Place on Earth" continues to delight children and all but the most cynical adults. A visit here can be enchanting, exciting, romantic, or nostalgic, depending on your age and experience. Disneyland, the original vision of Walt Disney, is now paired with Disney's California Ad...

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Best time: April to December
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Best time: April to November
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Best time: April to December
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While the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium is perhaps the most well-known attraction for Monterey, this gorgeous c...

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Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead are known as wintertime retreats, but during the summer, these mountain getaways are fantas...

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Best time: May to September
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It's only a 90-minute drive, but Santa Barbara feels worlds away from L.A. That's what makes it the perfect escape for c...

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If ketchup stains and one-sided sunburns were badges and medals, I’d be the most decorated Road Tripper to have ever hit the musty dusty. And with that humble introduction behind me, I give you my top 10 finest road trip tips and tricks:
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Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on July 09, 2012 at 4:05:03 PM EDTPosted in Trip Ideas, Family, Trip Ideas Tagged: Beach Vacations, Beaches, Family Travel, Summer
By Lisa Armstrong
Nothing says summer like a swim in the surf and your toes in the sand. So where should you and the family savor the...

Posted by Jimmy Im on July 17, 2012 at 4:07:21 PM EDTPosted in Trip Ideas, Trip Ideas Tagged: Italy, Amalfi Coast
By Jimmy Im Fodor's Contributor
There's no better time to head to the Amalfi Coast, if for no other reason than that the entire region practically shuts down once the col...

Posted by Andrea M. Rotondo on July 23, 2012 at 11:34:41 AM EDTPosted in Cruises, News Tagged: Cruise Lines, Cruises, Middle East, United Arab Emirates, Costa Cruises, Seabourn
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If you went back in time 15 years, you would have been hard-pressed to f...

Your standard packing checklist will only get you so far. From theme parks to weekend getaways to cruising, we’ll show you what specific items to pack—and what to leave at home—for eight common vacation types. You might be surprised by what we’ve uncovered!
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Your kids want to swim in the ocean, your spouse wants to perfect his tennis serve, and all you want is a nice glass of wine with dinner…oh, and to wake up to the sound of the waves lapping the shore. All for one price that won't break the bank. Mission impossible? Not anymore.
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Learn what happens to your body an hour, a day, a month, a year, and even 10 years after you kick the habit. The facts may surprise you.
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Right now is a great time to quit smoking. Why? In as little as 20 minutes you'll start to feel the benefits of not smoking.
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Over the weekend, Dave Winer wrote an article at Scripting.com explaining how Facebook keeps track of where you are on the web after logging in, without your consent. Nik Cubrilovic dug a little deeper, and discovered that Facebook can still track where you are, even if you log out. Facebook, for it...

Main Category: Neurology / Neuroscience Also Included In: Nutrition / Diet Article Date: 27 Sep 2011 - 1:00 PDT
Older people with low levels of vitamin B12 in their blood may be more likely to lose brain cells and develop problems with their thinking skills, according to a study published in the ...

Whether you're thinking of a year out, need a career break or just an adventurous holiday, find inspiration with these extraordinary gap-year tales
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This is a terrific question. Many of my friends and patients spend hundreds of dollars every year on facial creams to prevent skin aging, but most don't pay nearly as much attention to...

Few things feel more terrifying and random than a stroke, which can strike without warning. And fear of stroke -- when a blood vessel in or leading to the brain bursts or is blocked by a blood clot, starving brain cells of oxygen and nutrients -- is well founded. After all, stroke is the number-th...

Lines and wrinkles are caused by the loss of moisture and nutrients in the skin, which leads to depletion of tissue elasticity and sagging. While a plethora of pharmacy-bought ointments and potions can help control or rectify the problem, there are quite a few simple Asian remedies for lines and wri...

Men and women today have two choices if they want to get rid of wrinkles: the first is to visit a cosmetic surgeon and get a face-lift, and the second is to incorporate wrinkle removal techniques without going under the knife. The advantage of the first tip is that it's much faster. You subject ...

6 Easy Ways to Extend Your Life in One Minute or Less
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By Dr. Mehmet Oz If your reason for not adopting healthier habits is that you don't have enough time, consider your problem solved: I've put together a list of practices that could literally add years...

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Don't smoke, eat healthily, exercise regularly, and go easy on the alcohol, and you are likely not only to have fewer chronic health problems, but also to live longer, according to a new study from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that concludes neglecting to follo...

New research suggests that saffron provides a significant chemopreventive effect against liver cancer in animal models. When saffron was administered to rats with diethylnitrosamine (DEN)-induced liver cancer an inhibition of cell proliferation and stimulation o...

Tuna is an incredibly nutrient-dense food. It's rich in high quality protein and an excellent source of important nutrients such as the minerals selenium, magnesium, and potassium; not to mention the B vitamin complex, and of course, the marvelous omega-3 essential fatty acids.
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If you are tired of belly fat, there are a few steps that can be taken to get rid of the bulge. Here are seven foods that burn stomach fat.
Oatmeal Eating oatmeal for breakfast will provide your body with high amounts of fiber, which reduces the chance of low blood sugar levels...

When I grill salmon, I usually marinate it in a simple olive oil and garlic marinade, but this weekend I wanted to try something different. Since I just wrote about the benefits of ginger, I thought I'd make something with ginger. And since I happened to have a lot of fresh basil on ha...

Salmon's reputation as a healthy food is largely based on its unusual omega-3 fatty acid content. It is normal for 4 ounces of salmon to contain at least 2 grams of omega-3 fats - more than the average U.S. adult gets from all food over the course of several days. This omega-3 fat come...

Sunflower seeds come from the big round center of the sunflower, which turns throughout the day to follow the course of the Sun. Sunflowers began to be used over 5,000 years ago by the Native Americans, the Spanish brought them back to Spain, and they were soon introduced to neighborin...

Walnuts are a great source of plant based protein and they also contain many other vitamins and minerals that are good for your health.
Here are 10 health benefits of walnuts.
Lower Blood Pressure Thanks to the high levels of omega-3 fatty acids they contain, walnuts are very benefici...

Over ninety percent of all tea sold in the West is black tea. All four varieties of tea (black, green, oolong, white) are made from leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, but black tea generally has more flavour and caffeine than the others. Because black tea keeps its flavour for several years,...

The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. Tumeric has been used for over 2500 years in India, where it was most likely first used as a dye.
The medicinal properties of this spice have been slowly revealing themselves over the centuries. Long known for its anti-inflammatory ...

The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. Tumeric has been used for over 2500 years in India, where it was most likely first used as a dye.
The medicinal properties of this spice have been slowly revealing themselves over the centuries. Long known for its anti-inflammatory pro...

Black pepper is the most popular spice in the world. It is native to India and has been used there since ancient times. It was so prized that it was often used as a form of currency and was sometimes referred to as "black gold." It was also used medicinally.
Here are e...

Coconut oil has become very popular in alternative health circles, despite the fact that for many years it was considered a "bad" fat due to its high saturated fat content. However, it turns out that the saturated fat in coconut oil, especially virgin coconut oil, is not the same as the...

Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, aids many different metabolic processes in the body. It works by providing energy on a cellular level and by maintaining cell health, which is essential for just about every process within the body. Here are seven important health benefits of niacin.
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Zinc for Hair Loss
Zinc is an important nutrient that is needed for various roles in the body and hair growth is one element that is affected by zinc consumption. Zinc helps to balance hormone levels while also building healthy cells and managing protein usage. All of these elements are essent...

(NaturalNews) It's time to "think pink". No, that's not just the familiar marketing slogan used to promote breast cancer awareness (and, it can be argued, to push the multi-million dollar breast cancer industry). Instead, thinking pink is something that could literally save your brain.Scientists...

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A new study finds that people who participate in only 15 minutes of exercise per day reduce their risk of cancer and add three years to their life. (Getty Images)
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Cancer’s Secrets Come Into Sharper Focus
For the last decade cancer research has been guided by a common vision of how a single cell, outcompeting its neighbors, evolves into a malignant tumor.
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Honey and Lemon for Weight Loss
Going on a honey and lemon diet can help relieve you of your weight problem. Obesity is the physical condition of the body when excessive deposition of fat takes place in the tissues, putting a strain on the heart, kidneys, liver and the joints ...

Vinegar and diabetes, what do they have to do with each other?Quite a bit! According to recent academic studies, vinegar slows the rise of blood sugar levels after you have eaten a meal and when taken at bed time, vinegar lowers morning blood sugar levels.Professor Carol Johnston PhD, working on...

Posted by: Sean O'Neill, Tuesday, Jun 14, 2011, 8:53 AM
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Little known travel tricks with Google Maps
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Everyone has heard of Google Maps, which in 2009 became the most widely used mapping tool. But what are some of the lesser-known travel tips and tricks for using Google Maps? Here are five worth...

Vitamin E promotes longevity in AD
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Scientists say Alzheimer's patients, who consume high amounts of vitamin E, live longer compared to their peers on low vitamin E diets.
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Vitamin A lotion reduces wrinkles
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A research suggests that application of retinol, a form of vitamin A, makes older people less prone to skin wrinkles and poor healing of wounds.
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Medical researchers have recently produced an effective alternative in pill form for the common vitamin B12 intramuscular injections.
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British scientists claim seniors with higher blood levels of vitamin B12 are less vulnerable to developing dementia and memory loss.
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Learn how to rebound from stress
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Steps Toward Inner Peace
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You Can Choose Peace Instead of Pain
These are some of my favorite inner peace quotes. They remind me of a peace that has always been inside me but sometimes I fail to recognize…
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Alcohol causes cancer, British scientists reports
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Top 10 budget eats in Verona
Where to find sustenance in the heart of Verona, city of love - from cosy little wine bars to romantic riverside trattorie
Rich pickings ... the best osterie and trattorie offering wonderful regional cuisine are to be found in Verona's side s...

Driving into the heart of the Turkish countryside
Better roads are making it easier to escape the coast in a hire car and drive from Izmir to Dalaman into a land unspoilt by tourism
The Turkish countryside is perfect for a road trip. Photograph: Lawrence Manning/Corbis
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The Wonder of Irvingia Gabonensis
You’ve heard about it in the news and from infomercials. Irvingia Gabonensis is the miraculous new weight loss drug everyone is talking about. But, what is it and where did it come from?
About 20 years ago, a tree native to the deserts of West Africa was bro...

Apple Cider Vinegar Detox
With all the toxins in the air and in our food, sometimes our bodies cannot keep up its defense and our organs and cells get bogged down. This causes us to become sluggish. Apple cider vinegar has many curative properties, and is commonly known as a potent detoxifying agen...

Apple Cider Vinegar Diet
Apple cider vinegar is an acidic solution produced by fermenting apples. The combination of the acidic vinegar and fruit pectin is supposedly the reason behind this solution's "fat burning effects".
Daily intake of apple cider vinegar
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Vitamin A helps our vision, Vitamin C is found in oranges. But what about Vitamin B, E and K? Where do vitamins come from and what exactly do they do?
[We all know that vitamins are important and that we need a certain amount each day in order to be healthy. But did you know that there are 13 diffe...

As New Year is at hand, we are busying preparing New Year cards to send to our friends and relatives. In this digital era, we do not need to buy New Year cards made of paper. Instead, we can make PPT New Year cards by ourselves. This, on one hand, can save us some money. On the other, it shows our e...

New blood test to ease cancer detection
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A new supersensitive blood test that can detect a single cancer cell among a billion healthy ones could revolutionize treatment of the disease.
Oncologists can now use the "liquid biopsy" test to find out ...

Joint & Arthritis Pain Relief Products
Some consequences of aging – those grey hairs and crow’s feet, for instance – merely change the way we look. As we age on the outside, our joints and ligaments also get older, which often leads to joint pain. And unlike changes to our skin an...

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Nine reasons for eating oranges
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Oranges have a number of health benefits, which may surprise you and can be obtained by eating just one orange every day.
Here are the top reasons why you should eat oranges.1. Oranges detoxify the body. Antioxidants may be found in ev...

Word Lens a Translation App for Travelers with Great Potential
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There are iPhone apps that blow our minds like Shazam which can tell you the name ofnearly any song it hears. There are also cool apps like the Yelp app that us...

By Adam Seper | November 17th, 2010
A New Year. New possibilities. New commitments. New resolutions. Celebrations and customs may vary around the world, but in most places, New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest party days of the year. For many, simpl...

by photographette » December 9th, 2010
Ah, sort of wistful to post anything on here, as I used to post all the time during and right after college when I was a study abroad addict and had illustrious dreams of travelling the world for a year. I was lucky to find a great job afte...

by chuck the rebel
My three month Eurail pass is about to run out in a week and I figured it would be a good time to pass on some info and tips that I found out along the way. First off, I get a lot of questions as to whether or not it is worth buying the Eurail pass. This ent...

by Hydro » April 24th, 2009
This post is to highlight some of the questions that we frequently get asked by first-time visitors to Europe. So if you are posting on this section for the first time please take a moment to check the list below, as your question may already have been ...

by chuck the rebel » August 8th, 2006
My three month Eurail pass is about to run out in a week and I figured it would be a good time to pass on some info and tips that I found out along the way. First off, I get a lot of questions as to whether or not it is worth buying t...

Follow these safety camping tips and make the best out of your camping:
Make camp before dark. Traveling after darkness has resulted in many accidents from falls, so travel during daylight whenever possible.
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By Anna Lynn Sibal
If you are traveling on a somewhat tight budget, there are definitely some times that you will find yourself scrimping and cutting corners just to make sure that your money does not run out on you while you are away from home. It is hard to be caught penniless when you ...

Airline Secrets
What The Airlines Don't Tell You
Never accept the first fare quoted. Half the time, some other airline's flight within hours of the one you booked has a special, less expensive deal.
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aloha, aloft fans!
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My name is Becky Davis and I am thrilled to be the Director of Sales for this new hotel. From the second our General Manager, Milan Patnaik introduced me to the new aloft ...

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All-Inclusive Vacations, One Size Does Not Fit All!
Written by Travel12 on Jul-24-08 7:11am
The old adage; “one size fits all” has never applied to traveling. Open up the travel section of the newspaper or plug in your favorite travel website and you are bombar...

Top Five Destinations, Value for Your Money!
Written by Travel12 on Aug-12-08 1:58pm
As a travel writer for a web based travel portal company, I come across quite a few travel destinations and deals and decided to share my top five travel destinations that offer the best deals inc...

The Lollipop Community – Let's travel together
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A new website started recently. “Don't travel alone. It's more fun together!” is the slogan and a dead-on description of the aims and purposes of the website.
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So, the only time to take the kids is Thanksgiving/Christmas break/Winter break? You know it is crowded, usually three to four times the usual rates for vacations, but that's usually the best time to take the kids on vacation. Probabl...

Travel Insurance - Five Things to Consider
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Each year, millions of people purchase extended warranties on major purchases such as cars and households appliances, yet many do not purchase travelers...

Written by Globalgrasshopper
It took us about a year to finally decide where to go on honeymoon after our wedding in July this year. To say the list of potential locations was long would have definitely been an understatement, war zones aside (!) I don&rsquo...

Beat the unemployment blues: a guide to working overseas
Written by Globalgrasshopper
It doesn’t take a genius to know that’s it’s a tough time to find a job at the moment. There are thousands of people seeking jobs, people who have just finished college or u...

Written by Globalgrasshopper
Rome is a wonderful place. It’s a truly beautiful and sometimes mysterious city. Rome was my home for over two years and these were some of the best years of my life so far. During my time there I learned a lot, although it&rs...

Having just traveled internationally, I was reminded of how it feels to fall victim to a mega dose of jet lag. I had full intentions of quickly adapting to my new timezone, but unfortunately, I made a fatal error in my plan to adapt. I drank not one, but TWO cappuccinos late in the day.&...

Cell Phone Tips For Traveling Abroad
Heading overseas this Summer? Your smartphone may be an essential gadget to have along on any trip, but data roaming and voice calls while outside your coverage area can lead to big surprises on your next cell phone bill. So how...

One of the biggest complaints that people have when they travel is how hard it is to overcome jetlag. Anyone who has flown a great distance has spent a day or two waiting for their internal clock to reset. Did you know that you can reset your internal clock and clear up your jetla...

Eating Healthy While Traveling
Many people travel as part of their jobs, and eating healthy on the road can be a challenge. The key when getting ready to travel is plan for eating well and eating healthy just as you would at home. Figuring out where you are going to be and making plans abou...

The prospect of a group tour makes a lot of us uneasy. Given that you are touring a place on someone else's watch, many find the planned schedules restrictive. Plus, there's the group of strangers one may or may not like, and the large group that screams "touris...

College Park, Maryland (PRWEB) November 18, 2010
Travel planning service Travelection.com recently launched a new website where travel agents can find new travel leads, offer their services through a bidding process, and boost their business. Travelection.com offers free service and l...

Magnesium can stop blindness
18.11.2010
Food rich in magnesium reduced the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts. Also helps to combat aging and PMS. The food of the Brazilian is all wrong. Only 17% of the population consume the 400 grams recommended by WH...

Molasses CuresUpdated: 10/20/2010
Thanks to the wonderful feedback we have received over the past eight years, blackstrap molasses appears to be making headlines as one of the best home remedies around! We have emails from our readers about blackstrap molasses curing cancerous tumors, fibroid tumor...

Apple Cider Vinegar CuresUpdated: 10/25/2010
Apple Cider Vinegar, that wonderful old-timers home remedy, cures more ailments than any other folk remedy -- we're convinced! From the extensive feedback we've received over the past 8 years, the reported cures from drinking Apple Cider Vinegar are nume...

Grapes change ordinary meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes to the extraordinary. Chilled, baked, roasted, or grilled grapes enhance all foods from appetizer to entrée, salad to side dish. Modify the regular mealtime with additional nutrition by serving grapes.
Leave off the syrup on pancake ...

The majority of headaches are caused by tension, which tightens the muscles in the head. Vascular headaches, such as migraines and cluster headaches result from constricted blood vessels. Medications relieve headache temporarily. Long term use of medications such as Demerol, ibuprofen, aspirin and c...

Health benefits of garlic, onions and peppers contain natural chemicals that can have powerful health boosting effects on the body.
The health benefits of eating garlic, onions and peppers on a daily basis were well known to our ancestors. They used them to protect themselves from illness and to ac...

Plant’s History: Hot peppers have been used in the tropical areas of South and Central America and Africa for somewhere in the neighborhood of 10,000 years. The earliest recollection of cayenne pepper in any documented form was in 1493, when Christopher Columbus' voyage. With the booming spice...

Pomegranate Juice Slows PSA Rise in Men With Recurrent Prostate Cancer
Pomegranate juice prolongs post-surgery PSA doubling time, drives down cancer cell proliferation and causes prostate cancer cells to self-destruct, according to a study published in the July 1 issue of Clinical Cancer Research.
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Hot Pepper Ingredient Kills Prostate Cancer Cells
Capsaicin, the pungent alkaloid in jalapeños and other chile peppers that makes them hot, not only puckers the mouth and burns the tongue but also drives prostate cancer cells to kill themselves off, according to studies published in the Ma...

Falling in Love Sparks the Brain
Submitted by Kathleen Blanchard RN on 2010-10-26
All about:
Brain & Nervous System
Research from Syracuse University suggests falling in love starts in the brain then travels to the heart and stomach. It takes less than a second to fal...

Peking Opera
By China The withering cherry blossoms national Peking Opera theater, vice President of China national Peking Opera theater fluff YuKuiZhi and LiShengSu long the Chinese national Peking Opera theater MingXi more performance, October 19-24 in Taipei theater even push six, including eigh...

Although the common cold and the flu share many similar symptoms, they are 2 different conditions.The symptoms of a cold develop slowly and can include:
Fever up to 102°F
Runny or stuffy nose (often with green- or yellow-colored discharge)
Sore throat
Cough
Sneezing
Fatigue
Muscle ach...

Air Travel Health Tips
How can I improve plane travel?
Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips:
Carry enough of all of your medicines to last your whole trip in your carry-on luggage. Ask your ...

WHO to combat tropical diseases
Thu Oct 14, 2010 3:17PM
WHO is lauching new programs to fight tropical diseases, which are believed to affect more than one billion of the world's poorest population within the next ten years.
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), mainly reported in urb...

Every foreign visitor is required visa to enter Iran except the following:nationals of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovenia and Turkey for stays of up to 3 months. Nationals of Israel will be refused entry under all circumstances.The Embassy of...

Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Bernanke Tells the Truth: The United States is on the Brink of Financial Disaster
Yesterday, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke delivered a speech before the the Annual Meeting of the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council in Providence, Rhode Island. ...

Iran (Persian: ايران) is a large country between the Middle East and Central Asia, between the Gulf of Oman, the Persian Gulf, and the Caspian Sea. It is bordered by Iraq to the west, Turkey, Azerbaijan's Naxcivan enclave, Armenia, and Azerbaijan to the northwest, Turkmenistan to the northeast, Afgh...

Persepolis
The surviving ruins of Persepolis today are a mere shadow of Persepolis' former glory. It was founded by Darius I in 518 BC and was added to by the subsequent kings over a period of about 150 years. In its heyday the city spread over an area of about 125000 sq m...

If you are a back pack traveler or eco-tourist or even if you're just a nature lover, you should have been so concerned about the nature and how people should treat it. unfortunately in my country, Iran, the culture of touring and camping has been considered unimportant! you see nothing about it in ...

Iran is situated in southwest Asia. Iran ranks 18 in the world as per its geographical size. Iran tourism has always attracted people from far and wide, who has shown major interests in architecture and natural beauty. Iran tourism is an oriental tour. The people, tradition of the country, cultural ...

Travel To Iran - Tourism in Iran
Encountering soaring architecture and warm hospitality in a country where Americans were not welcome for 20 years
By CHRISTOPHER REYNOLDS, Times Staff Writer
Sunday, June 28, 1998
MASHHAD, Iran--Welcome to the Homa Hotel, the most comfortable lodging in perhaps I...

Turning a Family Vacation into an Exercise Opportunity
Sometimes with the hustle and bustle of business travel we often overlook that a family vacation can be an excellent opportunity reconnect with your family and teach your children the importance of exercise. For families who are up to the chall...

Travel Fitness for Travelers
Eating Your Fruits and Veggies for Weight Loss
Increasing the Amount of Vegetables, Fruit in DietRemains the Leading Weight-Loss Strategy in U.S.
New AICR Survey Shows Overwhelming Support for"Common-Sense" Weight Management
WASHINGTON -- According to a new survey of...

Dealing with Jet Lag Dear Fellow Business Traveler,
I think that most people who travel frequently or have ever flown a long distance have exerienced some level of jet lag. When it mildly affects your sleep pattern it's not that big a deal. But, sometimes it can cause serious...

My Munich top 10
Paul Wheatley, author of a new history of Munich, picks his favourite things to see and do in the Bavarian capital
Paul Wheatley
guardian.co.uk, Monday 19 July 2010 12.54 BST
Article history
Munich's reputation as the hi-tech and high-art capital of Germany is equalle...

10 top budget hotels in Barcelona
Barcelona resident Graham Keeley recommends some great-value places to stay - all for less than €100
Hotel España ... a jewel of Catalan Modernism from the era of Antoni Gaudi
Finding a decent place to stay in Barcelona below €100 a night is v...